Take a walk through an area of the garden that has many hidden histories and achievements as you travel to Browns Woods and Meadow with Tyler Johnson, estate interpreter. Included with admission. Members free. Register now. Join our staff and invited experts as they share insights and information about Winterthur’s history, horticulture, or habitats. Activities […]
Exclusively for Members! This introductory level, easy-to-learn set of twenty movements helps dissolve tension, reduce chronic pain, and improve balance. Based on the ancient Chinese principles of activation and circulation of energy (chi), T’ai Chi Chih is an easily adaptive and enjoyable program that can be done by anyone, regardless of age or physical ability. Classes […]
Join us to explore some of the hotspots for birds at Winterthur, including wetlands, meadows, and the woodlands along Clenny Run. Observe resident birds as well as migrating raptors, warblers, and sparrows. For beginning or experienced bird watchers. Bring your binoculars. Be sure to dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. $20; $10 for […]
Discover the treasures in your own backyard on this admission-free day at Winterthur. Get outside and explore the garden or learn something new in our galleries. Enjoy activities around the estate such as crafting, a curator-guided gallery walk, and story time. Together with our community partners, Winterthur offers fun for all, inside and out! Free. […]
Take a walk with Jessica Tsakiris, horticulturist, to visit this garden area and learn about its history as well as current plants and projects. Included with admission. Members free. Register now. Join our staff and invited experts as they share insights and information about Winterthur’s history, horticulture, or habitats. Activities may include a walk, talk, […]
Exclusively for Members! This introductory level, easy-to-learn set of twenty movements helps dissolve tension, reduce chronic pain, and improve balance. Based on the ancient Chinese principles of activation and circulation of energy (chi), T’ai Chi Chih is an easily adaptive and enjoyable program that can be done by anyone, regardless of age or physical ability. Classes […]
Step into fall with a night of line dancing, seasonal beverages, and tasty autumn treats. Learn new moves from our line dancing instructors, enjoy games on the lawn, and relax on hay bales under the crisp autumn sky. $50; $12 for children 12 and under. Includes welcome cocktail (nonalcoholic option available), line dancing instruction, and […]
Get up close to big equipment, suit up in firefighter gear, take a hayride, and more on this day of farm-style fun. Included with admission. Members free. This is a rain or shine, drop-in event, although you may register in advance. Register now. Photos by Suchat Pederson and Bob Leitch
Exclusively for Members! Discover the beauty of the early fall garden on a walking tour led by Collin Hadsell, lead horticulturist. See what’s in bloom and explore unseen or off-the-beaten-path areas of the garden. Members free. Reservations required; limited to 50 participants. Walks leave promptly from the Visitor Center unless otherwise noted. In case of […]
Join us to explore some of the hotspots for birds at Winterthur, including wetlands, meadows, and the woodlands along Clenny Run. Observe resident birds as well as migrating raptors, warblers, and sparrows. For beginning or experienced bird watchers. Bring your binoculars. Be sure to dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. $20; $10 for […]
Exclusively for Members! This introductory level, easy-to-learn set of twenty movements helps dissolve tension, reduce chronic pain, and improve balance. Based on the ancient Chinese principles of activation and circulation of energy (chi), T’ai Chi Chih is an easily adaptive and enjoyable program that can be done by anyone, regardless of age or physical ability. Classes […]
Enjoy a day of fun, action, and education. Activities include nature walks, talks, demonstrations, a native plant sale, and much more. Register early for the add-on lecture, “Insect Apocalypse, Bird Declines, and Stream Health” by John Jackson of Stroud Water Research Center. Included with admission. Members free. Presented by Delaware Master Naturalists. Register now. Photo by […]
Join Chris Strand, director of Winterthur, on a special walk highlighting interesting and seldom seen parts of the landscape. Come prepared for a long walk and be sure to dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. Included with admission. Members free but registration is required. Please note walk capacity is limited. Meet at the […]
Exclusively for Members! This introductory level, easy-to-learn set of twenty movements helps dissolve tension, reduce chronic pain, and improve balance. Based on the ancient Chinese principles of activation and circulation of energy (chi), T’ai Chi Chih is an easily adaptive and enjoyable program that can be done by anyone, regardless of age or physical ability. Classes […]
Saturday, October 17, 2026 Since 1951, Winterthur has inspired visitors and scholars alike. This symposium is celebration of founder Henry Francis du Pont’s enduring legacy in American material culture and horticulture. After morning lectures about current and future research initiatives, have a choose-your-adventure experience (10 available) in the museum, garden, or library. A bagged lunch with special […]
Join Joe Lazorchak, horticulturist and landscape designer, on a walk through the Pinetum to see the range of conifers planted more than 100 years ago by Henry Algernon and Henry Francis du Pont. Included with admission. Members free. Register now. Join our staff and invited experts as they share insights and information about Winterthur’s history, […]
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